Seattle Federal Criminal Defense Attorney

The Law Offices of Steve M. Wells Can Defend Your Rights

Have you been arrested and charged with a
federal crime? It is imperative that you seek out legal representation for your case
with the necessary experience and drive to provide you with the defense
that you can count on in a federal court. At The Law Offices of Steve
M. Wells, our federal crime law firm is led by
Attorney Steve Wells, a Seattle federal crime attorney who has
over two decades of experience in defending the rights of those accused of a federal crime.

Defending Against Federal Criminal Charges

Facing federal charges can cause a great deal of difficulty and hardship,
as well as shatter your reputation. You need to ensure that you have skillful
representation on your side that can effectively fight for your rights,
regardless of the size of the opposition. Attorney Wells can provide you
with the assistance you need in any federal crime case you are facing.
We take pride at our firm in being able to provide effective defense in
a nonjudgmental atmosphere for our clients. Even if you are under
federal investigation and are not sure where to begin, we can help you handle such delicate
legal matters as well.

Federal Crimes Compared to State Crimes

For the vast majority of criminal violations in the United States justice
and legislative systems, they are considered state crimes and violate
state laws. For an act to be charged as a federal crime, it needs to violate
a law that has been passed by Congress – something that is therefore
illegal in the entire country. Committing a crime that encompasses multiple
states – such as abducting someone and taking them across a state
boundary – may also constitute a federal crime and face potential
harsh punishments.

In theory, a federal criminal laws are meant to address a serious national
issue, or something that endangers the general public. More extreme examples
would be accusations of terrorism. However, it can be something as seemingly
benign as exchanging illegal movie downloads over the internet.

Attorney Wells is a founding president of the
Alaska Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a member of the board of directors for theNational Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and he is a nationwide presenter for
Continuing Legal Education or Seminars for Lawyers. In order to hold membership to these prestigious organizations, an attorney
needs to showcase utmost professionalism and unparalleled ability in and
out of court. He has maintained a solid reputation in the legal world
for his talented and unique approach to each case, never using a manufactured
approach but also recognizing and utilizing tried and tested techniques.

Information Regarding U.S. District Court

If you are being tried for a federal crime near Seattle, Washington, you
will likely need to go through the United States Federal Courthouse located at:
700 Stewart Street, Seattle, WA 98101Phone:(888) 646-0575

Federal Law Enforcement Agencies

When you have been accused of a federal crime, you need to brace yourself
for a world of litigation and trouble ahead. A good amount of federal
crime investigations and prosecutions will involve some form of federal
law enforcement. These agencies are backed by all the power of the United
States government and have near-unlimited resources. Going against them
alone is nearly a guarantee for failure. If a government agency is getting
involved with your case, you need to
contact our law firm as soon as possible.

Examples of federal law enforcement agencies that might be working against
you include:

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

For many law firms, the presence of a federal agency is enough to turn
them away. At the Law Offices of Steve M. Wells, our Seattle federal crimes
attorney is not afraid to step up to the plate and go toe-to-toe with
the most intimidating organizations out there. The rights of our clients
are paramount, and we are willing to show our dedication through aggressive
courtroom representation, if need be.

More About Criminal Defense Attorney Steve M. Wells

Attorney Wells limits the number of cases that he handles in order to ensure
the highest quality service for each of his clients that he represents,
and you can rest assured that this is what you will receive when you choose
to work with him. To ensure that there are no surprises during the entire
process, he approaches each case as if it will be going to trial and prepares
it accordingly. This approach is advantageous as there are some situations
in which a favorable settlement is available but, for many more, a plea
bargain is impossible.

Call (888) 646-0575 for Representation for Serious Federal Charges

Our firm offers
free case evaluations to all inquiring clients to get them started down the right path without
worries. In the end, we want you to be comfortable with how we are handling
your case, and we invite you to be as involved as you deem necessary.
If you want to be there for every major decision, that is fine by us.
If you would rather sit back and let us do the heavy lifting, we are also
completely acceptable. We are here for you.

The information on this website is for general information purposes only.
Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual
case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt
or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.